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Re: POLL: Gaming at the Regional Venue
I dunno, a few years ago, I would have been opposed to the games. But, I started watching interactions, communication, fun occurring among teams.
I'm not saying that I promote it, I don't - but when it occurs, I have seen positive effects. The competition is long and it is loud. Some students relegated to the stands have difficulty handling that for that length of time, though they are very happy to be a part of the team and the competition. They like to take a break and then come back to it. Also, we have some teams who have varying age groups from elementary age up through high school that travel with the teams and the occasional availability of the games helps keep them from spazzing out.
Side note: there is usually a multi-national game of hacky sack on-going outside throughout the competition as well during lunch breaks, etc. It is a wonderful way for people to enjoy each other and celebrate being together.
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Last edited by JaneYoung : 15-02-2007 at 16:14.
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